Composer

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Leevi Madetoja

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Suite

Compose Date

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1910

Average_duration

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33:32

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Symphonic Suite, Op. 4 is a composition by Finnish composer Leevi Madetoja. It was composed in 1913 and premiered on February 6, 1914, in Helsinki, Finland. The suite consists of four movements and is approximately 25 minutes in length. The first movement, titled "Prelude," begins with a slow and mysterious introduction, featuring the strings and woodwinds. The tempo then picks up, and the movement becomes more lively and energetic, with the brass section taking the lead. The movement ends with a return to the slower, more mysterious theme from the beginning. The second movement, "Scherzo," is a lively and playful piece, featuring the strings and woodwinds in a fast-paced dance-like rhythm. The movement is characterized by its use of syncopation and sudden changes in dynamics. The third movement, "Elegy," is a slow and mournful piece, featuring the strings and woodwinds in a somber melody. The movement is characterized by its use of chromaticism and dissonance, creating a sense of tension and sadness. The final movement, "Finale," is a fast-paced and energetic piece, featuring the full orchestra in a triumphant and celebratory theme. The movement is characterized by its use of fanfare-like motifs and sudden changes in tempo and dynamics. Overall, Symphonic Suite, Op. 4 is a well-crafted and expressive work, showcasing Madetoja's skill in orchestration and his ability to create a variety of moods and emotions through his music. The suite is considered one of Madetoja's most important early works and is still performed and recorded today.

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